HGP Essay Contest

The HGP Essay Contest is an annual scholarship competition sponsored by Humanists of Greater Portland (HGP) to support Portland-area high school seniors. Applicants write a 750–1,200 word essay on a Humanism-related topic and winners receive monetary awards. Winners are required to submit proof of post-secondary plans prior to receiving funds and present their essays at HGP meetings.

Monetary scholarship award (amounts vary. example listed $3,500).

Must be a high school senior residing in the Portland Metropolitan Area (Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties in Oregon or Clark County in Washington), have a minimum GPA of 3.0, submit parental permission, and provide school transcripts.

Obtain application from high school counselors or download from the HGP website; write a 750–1,200 word essay on the announced topic; submit completed application, essay, parental permission, and transcripts by the mid-spring deadline; await selection and notification by the HGP scholarship committee.